The Fiat 850 Spider was a budget-minded sports car built in Italy between 1965 and 1973. It was a variant of the 850 Coupe and had its flowing lines developed by Carrozzeria Bertone of Turin. A large number of… more»
Survivor Cars
Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:
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1 of 332: 1971 Dodge Charger R/T
Chrysler redesigned its intermediates in 1971 giving the hardtops different styling over the sedans and wagons. The R/T would continue as the Charger’s performance edition, like the seller’s machine with the U-Code 440 cubic inch V8 and a 4-speed… more»
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No Reserve! 1970 Dodge Charger R/T SE 440
Combining creature comforts and excellent performance can be a tricky balancing act for manufacturers to pursue, but Chrylser seemed to take that challenge in its stride across various marques. This 1970 Dodge Charger R/T SE is a perfect example… more»
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Lightning Rods! 1983 Oldsmobile Hurst/Olds
At various times between 1968 and 1984, Oldsmobile would partner with Hurst Performance for some limited-edition muscle cars. The best-selling of these automobiles came in the form of the 1983 and 1984 Hurst/Olds which came with the unique Lightning… more»
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9C1 Cop Car? 1989 Chevrolet Caprice
The Chevrolet Caprice was popular for use as a fleet vehicle sold to taxicab companies and municipalities in the 1980s and 1990s. That appears to be the case with this 1989 Caprice which the seller presents as a 9C1… more»
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Only Two Owners! 1977 Dodge Aspen
The Dodge Aspen and Plymouth Volare were the successors to the Valiant and Dart compacts that sold so well in the 1960s and 1970s. With similar engineering, they should have been hits, but a slew of recalls due to… more»
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The Final Year: 1987 Chevrolet El Camino SS
All good things come to an end and for Chevrolet’s half car/half truck, the El Camino, 1987 was it. Ford beat Chevy to the punch by two years, introducing their Ute, the Ranchero, in ’57 with Chevrolet following suit… more»
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Cheap Luxury? 1971 Lincoln Continental Mark III
“Grandpa’s pride and joy” is how the seller describes this beautiful 1971 Lincoln Continental Mark III. This was quite a car in its day and it still is today, although it’s been parked for many years and will need… more»
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Container Find! 1964 Studebaker Commander
In its final years, Studebaker was in financial peril from one year to the next, although the 1959 compact Lark brought some short-term hope. But, just before Christmas of 1963, Studebaker stopped producing cars in the U.S., shifting production… more»
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BF Auction: 1986 BMW 325es
German cars enjoy a well-earned reputation for build quality. From the humble original Beetle to range-topping offerings from Mercedes and Audi, the level of fit and finish is typically impressive. BMW is no stranger to such praise, and their… more»
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BF Auction: 2001 BMW 325i Sedan
Small BMWs are some of the most rewarding driver’s cars ever produced. They provide excellent performance, their compact size makes them ideal for coping with the cut-and-thrust of heavy city traffic, they are economical, and they have a reputation… more»
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BF Auction: 1979 Chevrolet Camaro Z28
UPDATE – The seller has added a video of the car running. You can view it below. Long-term ownership is a desirable attribute with any potential classic purchase. It allows buyers to gain insight into the car’s history and… more»
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5-Speed Rarity: 1984 Ford Mustang GT350
Among muscle car enthusiasts, there’s a tendency to place a great deal of emphasis on special edition trims or rare options that make a car a one-of-five, or what have you. But really, muscle cars are at their best… more»
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1-of-4: 1934 DeSoto Airflow Brougham
The automotive design and manufacturing world is complex, but the recipe for sales success is relatively simple. A company must take sound engineering and construction techniques, wrap them in a body that people find attractive, and market those vehicles… more»
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Still Like New: 1955 Ford Thunderbird
The one-family owners of this 1955 Ford Thunderbird are saying all the right things, if not detailing their claims very thoroughly, in the ad here on craigslist. On offer: a car that presently does parade duty in Omaha, Nebraska…. more»
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BF Auction: 1990 Jeep Wrangler
UPDATE – The seller has added a driving video as well as underside photos. Winter is fast approaching, which is a time when many people will park their classics in their garages until the sun shines once again. However,… more»
